FAQs
Who we are: an introduction to the Centre for ADHD Research and Excellence (CARE ADHD)
Welcome to the Centre for ADHD Research and Excellence (CARE ADHD). We’re a trusted provider of high-quality ADHD assessments and treatment services f...
What are your waiting times?
The current average wait from a referral being made to the assessment happening is around 4 weeks for private referrals and 8-10 weeks for NHS refe...
Is a diagnosis by CARE ADHD officially recognised - will my GP accept it?
CARE ADHD is a CQC registered organisation . We are registered to assess and treat disease, disorder, or injury, so any diagnosis is formally recogn...
Can I be referred for medications only through Right to Choose if I have already had a diagnosis?
Under the NHS Right to Choose (RTC) framework, patients in England have the legal right to select their healthcare provider for specific services, inc...
What is shared care?
Shared care refers to a collaborative approach to managing ADHD treatment between a specialist service (such as CARE ADHD) and a patient’s GP. This ar...
Can you accept referrals or bookings from people in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland?
CARE ADHD’s registration to provide healthcare services is with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), which regulates services in England. At this time...
Do you do children’s assessments?
Our CQC registration currently means our service is for adults aged 18 and over. We have plans to start assessing and treating children later in the s...
Do you take referrals for Autism assessments?
At present, we can only provide a formal diagnosis of ADHD through our assessments. However, we do recognise that some symptoms may overlap with those...
What is your phone number?
Our phone line is currently unavailable as we transition to a new phone system. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. If you are an exis...